News Release 264

OPEN HOUSE IS MAY 23 FOR ROARING RIVER STATE PARK

Volume 36-264

Contact: Sue Holst

(For immediate release)

573-751-6510

JEFFERSON CITY, MO., MAY 12, 2008 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources will host an open house on Friday, May 23, to discuss issues related to Roaring River State Park near Cassville. The open house will be held at the park's Emory Melton Inn and Conference Center (Fire Tower Room) from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Recent accomplishments and future plans at the park, such as the renovation of cabins four through nine, the rebuilding of baffles in fishing zone #1, the pending renovation of the stone walkway around the spring pool and falls area and the construction of a new park store, will be highlighted at the open house. Park staff as well as representatives from the Missouri Department of Conservation, which operates the hatchery, and MO PARKS Inc., which runs the park concessions, will also be on hand to share comments with the attendees. Visitors are welcome to ask questions or comment on the park's facilities and services. 

This open house is part of an ongoing effort by the department to ensure that the public has input on services provided in state parks and historic sites.

Roaring River State Park is located eight miles south of Cassville on Highway 112 in Barry County. People requiring special services or accommodations to attend the open house can make arrangements by calling the park directly at 417-847-2539 or by calling the Department of Natural Resources toll free at 800-334-6946 (voice) or 800-379-2419 (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf). For information about state parks and historic sites, visit the Web at www.mostateparks.com. 

For news releases on the Web, visit www.dnr.mo.gov/newsrel. For a complete list of upcoming meetings and events in the state park system, visit the online calendar at www.mostateparks.com/events/events.htm. 

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